Serving 386 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 386 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School's student population of 386 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
386 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
School Rankings
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#887 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
95%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School's ranking?
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School is ranked #887 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School often compared to?
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scott M Ellis Elementary School, Cairo-durham Elementary School, Greenville Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School?
386 students attend Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School?
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School offer ?
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School part of?
Berne-knox-westerlo Elementary School is part of Berne-Knox-Westerlo Central School District.
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